2004 Ford Freestyle vs. 1988 GMC Suburban
To start off, 2004 Ford Freestyle is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Freestyle (210 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1988 GMC Suburban. (208 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Freestyle should accelerate faster than 1988 GMC Suburban.
Because 1988 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Freestyle. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 GMC Suburban will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1988 GMC Suburban (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Freestyle. (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Freestyle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Freestyle | 1988 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Freestyle | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 3300 mm |
